Dame Carolyn Fairbairn

Director-General of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), Carolyn Fairbairn is a powerful and industry leading business woman. Involved in business for the entirety of her career, she is credited with the success of a number of high profile UK industries. Experience and knowledge that is unrivalled, puts Carolyn above others as a valuable business speaker.

Having spent her career contributing to British business, Carolyn was the obvious person to step into the role of Director-General of CBI in 2015. Committed to providing job opportunities, building a thriving economy and creating quality of life, Carolyn has worked tirelessly in her role to represent the voice of British industry. With decades of experience, she shares her key to success in these aspects, which are applicable to all businesses when attending events as a business speaker.

Starting her endeavour into the competitive world of business after school, Carolyn completed a degree in economics from the University of Cambridge, one of the most elite educational facilities in the world. Building on her knowledge, Carolyn went on to complete a Masters degree in international relations at the University of Pennsylvania and a Masters in business administration. Recognising the importance of education in a successful career, Carolyn now returns as a school speaker to inspire the next generation.

Throughout her prolific career Carolyn has worked for the World Bank, as a journalist for The Economist and as a non executive director for a number of companies. Covering a range of industries from banking at Lloyds to technology at the Vitec Group she has continually grown her reputation as a leading figure in her field. In the early 2000s she joined ITV as the Director of Group Development and Strategy, tasked with cost reduction due to the financial crash, a challenge she rose to unequivocally.

With a career that speaks for itself, Carolyn Fairbairn has proven herself to be a vital voice on British industry and businesses. Qualified to advise and educate other businesses on how to recover from a crisis, or employ integrity into their employment opportunities.

Contact the Champions Speakers agency to book Dame Carolyn Fairbairn for your event today. Simply call a booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at agent@championsukplc.com for a free quote.